Drivers of recovery and degradation of riverine benthic invertebrate communities: a Germany-wide analysis DOI Creative Commons
Christian Schürings, Willem Kaijser, Svenja M. Gillmann

и другие.

Ecological Processes, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 14(1)

Опубликована: Март 14, 2025

Abstract Background The global freshwater biodiversity crisis has led to widespread implementation of measures counteract environmental degradation and loss. While these efforts aim foster recovery, intensifying stressors continue drive complex biotic responses, the trajectories drivers which are insufficiently understood. This study examines roles abiotic stressors, interactions (e.g., competition), land use in shaping ecological status changes across Germany, using data from 1599 river sites sampled at least twice between 2004 2022. Results Changes emerged as most consistent status, explaining substantial variation ( R 2 = 0.39) similar slopes for recovery β − 0.11) 0.10). Biotic interactions, particularly interspecific competition, also influenced 0.11), with stronger positive effects observed during 2.99) compared 1.59). Land varied by context: Streams catchments higher cropland or urban areas showed greater likelihood whereas streams forested were more prone degradation. These results highlight interplay factors driving processes Conclusion findings emphasize critical role improving water quality enhancing rivers, while demonstrating importance context dynamics. Integrating insights into management restoration can enhance ecosystem resilience face escalating pressures.

Язык: Английский

Drivers of recovery and degradation of riverine benthic invertebrate communities: a Germany-wide analysis DOI Creative Commons
Christian Schürings, Willem Kaijser, Svenja M. Gillmann

и другие.

Ecological Processes, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 14(1)

Опубликована: Март 14, 2025

Abstract Background The global freshwater biodiversity crisis has led to widespread implementation of measures counteract environmental degradation and loss. While these efforts aim foster recovery, intensifying stressors continue drive complex biotic responses, the trajectories drivers which are insufficiently understood. This study examines roles abiotic stressors, interactions (e.g., competition), land use in shaping ecological status changes across Germany, using data from 1599 river sites sampled at least twice between 2004 2022. Results Changes emerged as most consistent status, explaining substantial variation ( R 2 = 0.39) similar slopes for recovery β − 0.11) 0.10). Biotic interactions, particularly interspecific competition, also influenced 0.11), with stronger positive effects observed during 2.99) compared 1.59). Land varied by context: Streams catchments higher cropland or urban areas showed greater likelihood whereas streams forested were more prone degradation. These results highlight interplay factors driving processes Conclusion findings emphasize critical role improving water quality enhancing rivers, while demonstrating importance context dynamics. Integrating insights into management restoration can enhance ecosystem resilience face escalating pressures.

Язык: Английский

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